BORN ON FIRE TOUR

A DAILY CRUISE EXPERIENCE!

Join us on our exciting exclusive BORN ON FIRE tour to explore Bartolomé Island and Sombrero Chino, with the most impressive volcanic formations in the archipelago. On Bartolomé Island, we will observe the famous Pinnacle rock, a volcanic cone that rises 114 meters above sea level. Here you can observe the impressive lava and volcanic rock formations that have created a lunar landscape. 
Then, we will head to Sombrero Chino, a volcanic islet to explore its rocky shores and observe the impressive lava formations that have created a unique landscape. We will also have the opportunity to see Galapagos Penguins and other endemic species of the island. Our tour is an unique opportunity to discover the most impressive volcanic formations in the Galapagos Islands and connect with nature in its purest state. Join us on this unforgettable adventure!

TOUR DETAILS:

Departure time:  7:00 am.
From:  Puerto Ayora → Itabaca Channel.
Activities:  80% Hiking and 20% Snorkeling.
Duration:  10 hours.
Navigation:  4.5 hours (round trip)
Yacht capacity:  16 people.

• Lunch, snacks and drinks.
• Bilingual naturalist guide (English-Spanish).
• Pick up from the hotel (only if it is within Puerto Ayora)
• All activities indicated in the program.
• Snorkeling equipment (mask, fins, snorkel)
• Wetsuits (optional. You must try equipment 1 day before in our office)
• Beach towels.
Alcoholic beverages.
• Tips
• Personal expenses.
• Travel insurance (highly recommended).
• Additional services not mentioned.

• A deposit of 50% or full amount is required for confirmation.
• The remaining balance must be paid 30 days before the start of the activity.

Cancellation policies 2024

59 to 30 days before the activity:
• Cancellation: 0% penalty

30 to 10 days before the activity:
• Cancellation: 50% penalty per person.

09 days before the activity
• Cancellation: 100% penalty per person.

TOUR COSTS:

$370 First class

$400 Luxury yacht

PLEASE WE KINDLY SUGGEST YOU CHECK OUR AVAILABILITY BEFORE BOOKING

CONNECT WITH YOUR ADVENTURE SPIRIT ON OUR BORN ON FIRE TOUR

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07:00

We begin the adventure by picking you up directly at your hotel in Puerto Ayora to embark on a journey of approximately 45 minutes to the Itabaca channel, where the yacht awaits us that will take us on an unforgettable experience driven by our expert staff.

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08:00

We will sail for approximately two hours until we reach the island of Bartolome where upon disembarking you will be able to appreciate its beautiful landscape and fauna in its surroundings.

 
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10:00

We will climb some stairs that will take us to its main viewpoint. Definitely once you reach the top you will seek to have the best possible photograph since this island offers the most beautiful and representative landscape of the islands. 

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During the journey you will observe rock and volcanic formations, craters that will make you think you are on another planet. This place is definitely the ideal place to understand more closely the evolution that makes these islands a famous and world-renowned place.

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Along the way you can also find several  lava lizards ,  marine iguanas resting in the surroundings, and if you are very lucky you can observe the Galapagos hawks analyzing their surroundings in search of the day’s game. Once we reach the top of the viewpoint we will return.

 
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12:00

After an entertaining walk we will return to the boat to sail to our next destination. During the navigation, the chef on board will demonstrate his culinary art to delight you with an exquisite lunch while we contemplate the natural beauty of our surroundings.

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13:00

We will disembark in Sombrero Chino, a small jewel of the Galapagos Islands, our activity here begins with a panga ride in the channel that is formed between this island and Santiago Island to observe penguins, sea lions, blue-footed boobies among other species.e en el canal que se forma entre esta isla y la isla Santiago para observar pinguinos, lobos marinos, piqueros de patas azules entre otras especies.

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Along the trails you will be able to observe a variety of wildlife, including seabirds such as blue-footed boobies, marine iguanas, sea lions, Galapagos penguins and of course you will also see unique flora including cacti and other plants adapted to volcanic conditions.

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14:00

After an entertaining day of exploration, you will immerse yourself in the turquoise waters of this island where you will be able to observe sea turtles, tropical fish, sea lions and penguins. A dream attraction! 

Around 3:00 p.m. we will return to the yacht for a snack and head to the Itabaca channel to return to Puerto Ayora at approximately 5:30 p.m.

Alrededor de las 15:00 retornaremos al yate para un refrigerio y dirigirnos al canal de Itabaca para retornar a Puerto Ayora a las 17:30 aprox.

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